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lackscn Vvngvzss-^tgns J. D. JONES PUBLISHER (1908-1955) DOYLE JONES JR.—Editor and Publisher Published every Thursday at 129 South Mulberry Street. Jackson, Georgia 30233 by The Progress-Argus Printing Cos.. Inc. Second "'Class Postage paid at Jackson. Georgia 30233. Address notice of undeliverable copies and other correspondence to The Jackson Progress-Argus, P.O. Box 249, Jackson, Georgia 30233. NATIONAL NEWSPAPER AWCUTIOH Faun Fr..rr...si NNA SUSTAINING * Hi MEMBER—I97S Advance Subscription Rates, Tax Included: One Year SB.IB School Year $5.15 Six Months- $3.87 Single Copy 15c It’s This Way By Doyle Jones Jr. Jest of the Week: Nothing encourages originality in a secretary so much as her shorthand notes. Franklin P. Jones, Quote FLIP A COIN A small boy had learned to tell time. Asa reward, he was given a pocket watch. He was very proud of his new possession —and his new accomplishment. One day, when several relatives were gathered at his house, he was asked what time it was. They all smiled as he took out his watch and studied it with considerable aplomb. Then he announced seriously: “It’s either 30 minutes past eight, or 30 until nine.” Harold Heifer, Family Weekly xxxxxxxxxx THIS AND THAT ABOUT THESE AND THOSE In the horse and buggy era Jackson and Bamesville were locations of buggy manufacturing plants with national reputations for their products. Carmichael Buggy Cos. in Jackson and Smith Buggy Cos. in Bamesville were as familiar household words then as Ford and Chevrolet today. In fact, Bamesville is planning a super celebration around the theme “Buggy Days” beginning September 21st. Unfortunately, one of the stars in the cast has gone the way of all flesh. The historic old buggy factory building was destroyed Monday afternoon, August 25th, in a spectacular blaze. We have no idea what role the buggy building would have played in the extravaganza. We note with much interest the building was owned by Byron Smith, prominent Bamesville attorney and an area golfer of note. It has been my good fortune on several occasions to follow Byron in the Deer Trail Invitationals. Several years ago I was following Byron and Lawson Farmer in a practice round in which Byron hit the longest drive on number two I have ever seen. He powered his drive straight as an arrow over the oak tree that centers the fairway and onto the fringe of the green, certainly no more than 75 feet from the cup this particular day. He is a prodigious hitter and I’m looking forward to seeing him play again on September 14th. We express sympathy to Byron in the loss of his historic building .... The eager beavers are back in business in their pond alongside Route 87, a couple of miles south of Sandy Creek which is boundary between Butts and Monroe Counties. Back last Winter the dam was broken and the pond drained as it has often been before. But the beavers, knowing a good site when they see it, repaired the dam and once again are enjoying their watery domain. Quite naturally, their home will be blasted again and they’ll rebuild again. It’s the age old struggle of man, the supreme and greatest against nature and its inhabitant .... In the last few days we have heard strong sentiments from the public toward having Southern Railway and the federal government share the cost of installing warning lights at the Westbury crossing in Jenkinsburg where three persons have died since May 2nd. If the crossing is approached cautiously, a car coming to a complete stop, dangerously close to the track, one can see several hundred yards in both directions. But it is imperative that the vehicle be stopped and the safety of the crossing be ascertained. To drive onto the track, main line of the Southern, is to invite disaster as witness the two accidents and three fatalities thus far this year. We sincerely hope that something can be worked out shortly. Every day the crossing remains as it is lives are in jeopardy .... On the trip to and from Macon last Wednesday we observed the first blooming golden rod of the season and we have heard all our life that this beautiful yellow flower is a harbinger of Fall. Several stalks were in full bloom and tossing their golden heads in the sultry breeze. Summer was late in arriving but it came with a vengeance. Several days last week the mercury flirted with the 100 degree mark, the heat laying like a cloying blanket over the community. But again I’ve heard old time weather watchers say the season always changes after camp meeting and that cooler nights and more moderate days are just ahead. When they come they will be most welcome .... It seems that every time one picks up an Atlanta paper the City of Atlanta is casting covetuous eyes at annexing this or that town, city or area. Quite understandably, those areas that would be annexed are having none of it. Why in the name of all that’s holy would Sandy Springs, Roswell, College Park, East Point, Hapeville, ad infinitum want to be annexed? Atlanta can offer them nothing but its own brand of headaches and heartaches and higher taxes. Atlanta’s problems and weaknesses, as well as its good points, are nationally known. The above mentioned areas already have all the services afforded Atlanta residents TELEPHONE 775-3107 OFFICIAL ORGAN BUTTS COUNTY AND CITY op JACKSON iJI THE JACKSON PROGRESS-ARGUS. JACKSON. GEORGIA Jfjjj ‘Whatsoever jyl? Things' By Donald E. Wildmon KEEP COMMUNICATION OPEN AT HOME If a marriage is to be fulfilling to both mates, one of the requirements is that the lines of communication be kept open. This has been proven time and again. One of the most common statements heard by the marriage counselor is this: “We don’t talk to each other.” If you are to keep communication open, then don’t critize with rejection. The last place a person needs to feel rejected is at home. If a husband or wife is going to get criticism with rejection at home, they will soon stop discussing altogether important matters with their mates. And when communication breaks down, danger lurks around the corner. Perhaps you have heard about the man who was busy reading his paper. The wife asked him a question. “John, sheep are awful stupid aren’t they?” Without lifting his head out of the paper the husband replied: “Yes, my lamb.” They were arrested for disturbing the peace! As W.A. “Dub” Nance has said: “Something we forget to turn off the sound when our mind goes blank.” It is a sad commentary when we can speak more freely with a stranger than we can with our husband or wife. A husband or wife should feel free to share their innermost thoughts with their mates. And to share them without getting a critical rejection. You know, you will accomplish far more good by making your mate feel wanted and needed, and important, than you ever will through a critical rejection. Making your mate feel wanted and needed and important is a good help in keeping communication open. Another hint in keeping communication open at home is to become interested in your mate’s activities. A recent article stated that in 80 percent of the divorces that the mate met “the other person” through their job. They shared a common interest. You should at least be able to carry on a decent conversation with your mate about their business or special interest. And if you want your mate to become interested in some of your activities, one of the best ways to create that interest is to become interested in their activities. Couples need to learn to discuss things other than what they “have” to discuss. You have to discuss some things—kids, groceries, house, etc. Learn to discuss other things like government, new trends, etc. I have often wondered if television is more of a hindrance than help. I am convinced that it is a large influence on the breakdown of communication at home. And it may have more bearing on the divorce rate than we realize. Television often keeps us from talking with each other. We can watch the one-eyed monster and never say a word to anyone. Time was when the family had to find most of its entertainment in itself. Unfortunately, that is no longer true. And perhaps the family is suffering because of it. Perhaps we have lost some of the art of learning to enjoy each other. Be friends with your mate. “Friendship is nourished by communication” said Montaigne. And it is. There was a song sometime ago which said something about “friends and lovers.” That is what husband and wife should be. (Visit the Holy Land and Greece with Mr. Wildmon on his ninth trip. Departs Nov. 3. 10 days. For more info write him at Box 1368, Tupelo, Miss. 38801) THOUGHTS §FOR SHARING ft* , BY EILENE MILAM A Butts County Extension Home Economist Governor Busbee has de clared September 15-20 Pea nut Promotion Week-co-spon sored by Georgia Bankers Association Executive Council and the Georgia Peanut Commission. Peanuts are so good for you. Did you know: 1. Peanut butter is one of the most nutritious foods available to Americans. It is 26 percent protein, which exceeds the protein content in most other foods. Peanut butter also is a good source of niacin and other B vitamins. 2. A child can get 40 percent of his daily protein needs from only four table spoons of peanut butter (the amount usually used for two Class On Scarves Sept. Ilth Mrs. Eilene Milam, Exten sion Home Economist, cord ially invites you to attend this “Launch & Lean” class on the many uses of scarves for fall and winter fashions. It will be held at the C&S and are probably operating more efficiently and at less cost. There is much merit in former Governor Carl Sanders Metro Federation proposal made last week, but it is extremely visionary and ahead of its time about 15-20 years. Butts is in the Atlanta metro area and about all the good it has provided us is the dubious honor of being a dumping ground for at least two Atlanta murder victims. We hope otff capital city never casts rapacious eyes at Jackson and Batts County. We are doing well by ourselves, thank you! sandwiches). Two peanut butter sandwiches, a glass of milk and a serving of fruit can supply about one-third of the daily nutritional needs of a growing child. 3. While peanut butter ranks high in nutrition, it also ranks low in cost among all protein foods. It delivers more protein for the money than any other food except dry beans. It takes only about six cents worth of peanut butter to make a hearty and nourishing sandwich. 4. In the latest statistical year, it took 660,000,000 pounds of shelled peanuts to satisfy the American love of peanut butter. Bank conference room, 12:30-1 p.m. Bring your lunch if you wish. You can buy beverages at the conference room. Scarves are the most versatile accessories so come learn how to tie them; use them as head covers; how to wear them; and how to coordinate them with your outfits . . . don’t forget, Thursday, September 11th, 12:30-lp.m. at the C&S Bank. THURSDAY. SEPTEMBER 4. Weekly Devotional JAMES BOHANNON, PASTOR FLOVILLA BAPTIST CHURCH WHY WORRY? Many Christians waste a lot of time worrying. Many of the things we worry about never happen. We live as if we had no Heavenly Father who really cares for us. The Bible tells us to cast all our cares upon God for he cares for us (I Peter 5:7). Jesus tells u 5:“.... do not be worried about the food and drink you need to stay alive, or about clothes for your body. After all, isn’t life worth more than food? and isn’t the body worth more than clothes? Look at the birds flying around: they do not plant seeds, gather a harvest, and put it in barns; your Father in heaven takes care of them! Aren’t you worth much more than birds? Which one of you can live a few years more by worrying about it? And why worry about clothes? Look how the wild flowers grow: they do not work or make clothes for themselves. But I tell you that not even Solomon, as rich as he was, had clothes as beautiful as one of these flowers. It is God who clothes the wild grass—grass that is here today, gone tomorrow, burned up in the oven. Will he not be all the more sure to clothe you? How little is your faith! So do not start worrying: ‘Where will my food come from? or my drink? or my clothes?’ (These are the things the heathens are always after.) Your Father in heaven knows that you need all these things. Instead, give first place to his Kingdom and to what he requires, and he will provide you with all these other things. So do not worry about tomorrow; it will have enough worries of its own. There is no need to add to the troubles each day brings. (Matthew 6:25-34) Today’s English Version. Let us be sure we get what Jesus says. The birds do work. His point is, they do not worry. They teach us to live one day at a time. Worrying will not add any length to life. It can certainly shorten our lives. Worry shows a serious lack of faith in the life of a Christian. There is a wall motto that reads: “Why worry when you can pray?” Always remember your Heavenly Father knows and cares. sstteto ’td'H# O&M/ j We would like to take this means of giving a word of appreciation and commenda tion to the Butts County Police, the County Sheriff, Sherrell’s Ambulance, The Rescue Squad Car, and the Jackson Volunteer Fire De partment for their very prompt arrival at the scene of the terrible tragedy that occurred in Jenkinsburg on August 19th, when two people were killed by the train at the railroad crossing near West bury Nursing Home. We feel that when services of this nature are rendered and when jobs are well done, they are deserving of our expressions of appreciation, and we will say that these groups of fine men were surely on the ball and performed their duties well. C. W. Haley, Mayor Jenkinsburg Town Council Mrs. T. H. Price, Clerk CARD OF THANKS The family of Mr. William G. Preston would like to say a special Thank You to all those friends and neighbors who were so kind and considerate during the years of declining health and at his death. The offerings of food, flowers, prayers, and other services rendered were deeply appreciated. May God bless each and every one of you. Mrs. Florence E. Preston. October 3rd Is Date Set For City Jackson Primary The date for the City Primary has been set for Friday, October 3rd, at which time councilmen from the First, Fourth and Fifth Wards will be nominated. The date for the primary was set Friday afternoon at a meeting of the City of Jackson Democratic Execu tive Committee at City Hall. In the event a run-off primary is necessary, it will be held on Friday, October 17th. Members of the City Democratic Executive Com mittee are Levi Ball, chairman; Richard W. Wat kins, Jr., secretary; Mrs. Mary Lee Martin, assistant secretary; Adeal V. Maddox, PERSONAL Mr. and Mrs. E. D. Briscoe and Douglas Briscoe will go over to Athens Saturday for the 1975 opening game between Georgia and Pitts burgh. Mr. and Mrs. Nevin Whidby of Macon spent last Wednesday with Mrs. Lois Byrd. Mrs. Jaynell Rutledge and Mr. Bart Weaver of Macon were Sunday guests of Mrs. Lois Byrd. Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Haley traveled last Sunday to Homerville to attend the First Baptist Church special Harp Singing. Guests of Mrs. Onnie Mae Minton last Tuesday were Mrs. Mattie Lou Cox of Thomaston, Mrs. Coynder Bumgarner and grandchil dren and Mrs. Jewell Barnett of Macon. Mr. and Mrs. Allen Lewis vacationed last weekend in Panama City, Fla. SUSANNE’S GREAT $3.99 PANTS SHOES HALTERS SHORTS TOPS SHIRTS ALL $3.99 THURS. - FRI. - SAT. SUSANNE’S THE STORE WITH THE BIGGEST INVENTORY OF CLOTHING FOR LADIES EAST OF THE MISSISSIPPI. (WELL, MAYBE NOT THE MISSISSIPPI BUT AT LEAST NORTH OF THE TOWALIGA AND WEST OF SANDY CREEK AND SOUTH OF SOUTH RIVER.) J. O. King, and Doyle Jones, Jr. The earliest a candidate can qualify will be at 9 a.m. Tuesday, August 26th, and qualifying will be continued until 5 p.m. on Friday, September 12th. Each candidate must reg ister his name and sign a statement of qualification with either Mr. Watkins or Mrs. Martin on the dates stipulated above. The committee set the same qualifying fee of $85.00 for councilman as that of last year. Under a nefo provision of the Georgia Election Code, absentee ballots will be provided for the first time. Mr. and Mrs. Buck Lewis and grandchildren, Richie and Michael Lewis, camped in the Smoky Mountains last weekend. ruth at random By Ruth Bryant ON SALE As you are walking ’round the Square You find that sales are everywhere! Gifts and cosmetics you adore Are marked down in your favorite store! For groceries you can always see The sale sheets from the A & P! And back to school, your kids can start With bargains from nearby K mart! When prices rise, don’t weep and wail Just look for merchandise on sale! nil according to Chairman Ball. A request for these ballots may be made at City Hall. The ballots, of course, cannot be printed until after the qualitying deadline of Sep tember 12th expires,. al though a request for the ballots can be made in advance. In the same primary, members of the Democratic Executive Committee will also be nominated. As customary, polls in the City will open at 7 a.m. on election day and will close at 7 p.m. Voting will be done at City Hall. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Strawn spent a few days last week in Macon with Mrs. Melvin Strawn and Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Strawn. Messrs. Terry Kitchens, Ron Wade and Frank Hearn will be among those from Jackson going over to Athens for the Gieorgia-Pittsburgh game Saturday.